how do I view in browser text messages stored in icloud?

Hey there!

Thanks so much for using Apple Support Communities.

We want to help you keep track of your messages and view them everywhere you're able to. With Messages in iCloud, you have a ton of really good options for viewing messages, including on macOS, iOS, iPadOS and Apple Watch. On all of these devices, you'll want to use the Messages app and make sure you're signed into the same Apple ID and have Messages enabled.

Now, you mentioned accessing these messages in a browser so we do want to note that this is not currently possible. The reason for this is that Apple encrypts your messages using an end-to-end encryption method to ensure that your privacy and security are protected at all times. With that being the case, viewing them in a web browser would not be possible while maintaining that end-to-end encryption.

You can learn more about all of this here: Use Messages in iCloud - Apple Support

We hope that this information is helpful.

​Have a great day!